Panasonic updates a classic zoom with the Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S Lens. The company has officially announced the new Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens.
This compact and versatile lens provides a convenient 24-70mm full-frame equivalent focal length range for covering wide-angle to portrait-length perspectives with a bright f/2.8 constant aperture allowing users to capture images in dim lighting conditions and with a shallow depth of field.
The US price of the lens is $899 and pre-orders are now open at Adorama and B&H.
Below are the detailed specifications of Panasonic Leica DG Vario-Elmarit 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH. POWER O.I.S. Lens:
| Principal specifications | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lens type | Zoom lens | |
| Max Format size | FourThirds | |
| Focal length | 12–35 mm | |
| Image stabilization | Yes | |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | |
| Aperture | ||
| Maximum aperture | F2.8–22 | |
| Minimum aperture | F2.8–22 | |
| Aperture ring | No | |
| Number of diaphragm blades | 7 | |
| Aperture notes | Rounded blades | |
| Optics | ||
| Elements | 14 | |
| Groups | 9 | |
| Special elements / coatings | Four aspherical elements, one Ultra Extra-Low Dispersion (UED) element and one Ultra High Refractive Index (UHR) element | |
| Focus | ||
| Minimum focus | 0.15 m (5.91″) | |
| Maximum magnification | 0.21× | |
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Motor type | Linear Motor | |
| Focus method | Extending front | |
| Distance scale | No | |
| DoF scale | No | |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 306 g (0.67 lb) | |
| Diameter | 68 mm (2.66″) | |
| Length | 74 mm (2.91″) | |
| Sealing | Yes | |
| Colour | Black | |
| Zoom method | Rotary (extending) | |
| Power zoom | No | |
| Zoom lock | No | |
| Filter thread | 58 mm | |
